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About me - Darian

My friend once told me of her dream to become a singer. She ask me if I had a dream. Once I did- I wanted to become a writer. "And now?" she ask.
Now, I'm too old, I have a family. I wasn't able to go to college and take courses in creative writing like I wanted

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Other What to say to the world in your 15 minutes of fame: 8 of 116
Fifteen minutes of fame? I have often said that with all the serious parts of life, people like to take a break and smile. It seems to be true of writing also. I read many of the articles before I write mine. I sometimes envy the writing skills of the other writer. I often read an article and just sit back and say "wow." So, ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Religion & Spirituality (Other) Reflections: Giving my cares to God: 1 of 9
I admit I haven't always believed in the power of prayer. I never really thought about it. When I was faced with struggle, I would face it alone. One morning as I sat drinking my coffee, I felt a deep despair. Things weren't going too good for me financially. I was faced with the possibility of losing my home. This old house ... More..
Creative Writing > Reflections Reflections: Why did my parents abuse me?: 1 of 8
The caption reads, "Why did my parents abuse me?" Have you found the answer? I haven't. I have lived many lifetimes and I still can not answer this question. I don't mean reincarnation, I believe we all live different lives through out our years, we can look back at our past and wonder, "Who was that person?" I especially thi... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Entrepreneur success stories: 2 of 14
Mary Kay Ash, founder of Mary Kay Cosmetics. Born May, 12th, 1918 in Hot Wells Texas. Mary Kay worked for direct sales companies training sales persons. Mary Kay attended the University of Houston and achieved success as a salesperson trainer, however equality for women in the work force did not exist at this time. Mary Kay A... More..
Health & Fitness > Dental Treatment Reasons why you should visit the dentist often: 3 of 18
The most important you can do for your teeth is to have regular check ups. How many times have you heard this? Believe me, it's true. When I was a kid, I was passed around a lot. Sometimes I didn't even have a toothbrush where I was staying at the time. My first visit to a dentist was when I was 12 years old. I was living at ... More..
Other Have you ever fallen in front of a person and what was your reaction?: 26 of 135
One minute I'm walking along, the next, I'm eating dirt. I don't know why I fall. Maybe I just don't watch where I'm going, seems if there's a hole somewhere or a crack in the sidewalk, I'll find it. People will rush to me asking if I'm alright, I always assure them that I haven't had a drink. Humor always helps to cover emba... More..
Creative Writing > Memoirs Testimonies: What it's like being 60: 8 of 36
What's it like being 60? It means I can drive slower, looking as if I'm lost. It means I can drive up the down aisle in the parking lot of the super market. It means I can wear comfortable shoes and not worry if they are the latest style. If I am a few pounds over weight, no one points that out. Being 60 is like being a child... More..
Creative Writing > Essays Essays: Why we write: 41 of 182
Why do I write? Because I can. I don not imply that I am a writer, I only mean, I can. Writing allows me to use words that I could never use in everyday language. I get to say thou, thus, and thee, and it never seems out of place. I can write about enchanted evenings while I wear my pajamas. I can write about the autumn moon ... More..
Health & Fitness > Sexually Transmitted Diseases Symptoms and treatment of trichomoniasis: 4 of 17
TRICHOMONIASIS is a sexually transmitted disease. Trichomoniasis affects both men and women although women are most affected. Trichomoniasis is the most common STD in young, sexually active men and women. Trichomoniasis is curable. Symptoms of Trichomoniasis in men are,irritation inside the penismild dischargeslight burning ... More..
Religion & Spirituality > Ghosts & Paranormal Phenomena Reflections: Living in a haunted house: 5 of 21
The haunting in my house My daughter wanted me to watch her baby one afternoon. As I was turning onto our street, I met her, she waved and went on. When I was putting the key in the lock, I heard a baby crying. I instantly became upset with my daughter. She had left the baby here alone. She knew I was on my way and I'd be hom... More..